HOUSTON--(EON: Enhanced Online News)--Ascend Performance Materials, the largest fully integrated producer of
PA66 resin, will exhibit a full range of automotive applications at
Chinaplas 2017.

“Drivers are expecting more from their cars than ever before. They
expect more technology, better performance, higher fuel efficiency and
greater comfort”

On display at booth 11.2B41 at the China Import and Export Fair Complex
in Guangzhou, China will be PA66 automotive parts for cooling systems,
oil management, powertrain, tire cord and electrical components.

“Drivers are expecting more from their cars than ever before. They
expect more technology, better performance, higher fuel efficiency and
greater comfort,” said Philip Jeszke, global segment leader for the
automotive industry at Ascend Performance Materials. “OEMs and part
manufacturers trust that Ascend’s world-class, integrated operations
provide them with the quality and supply assurance they need to remain
competitive in the marketplace.”

Ascend’s portfolio of PA66 resins and engineered compounds offer OEMs
light-weighting solutions with enhanced thermal and hydrolysis
resistance. The Vydyne® H series features
glass-filled, heat-stabilized grades that are resistant to
under-the-hood thermal and chemical exposure, making them ideal for a
number of automotive applications, including oil management, canisters,
air intake manifolds and cylinder head covers. This year, Ascend will be
showcasing PA66 innovations for automotive, including:

For fuel-efficient turbocharged engines, Ascend’s Vydyne HT series
provides high levels of resistance to property degradation after
long-term heat exposure.

The company’s Vydyne J series features glass-filled, electrically
neutral grades that are halogen-free and heat-stabilized to withstand
continuous-use temperatures in excess of 155 C. The J Series grades of
Vydyne feature improved dielectric resistance ideal for hybrid and
electric vehicle use. This year, Ascend will profile the following
materials from its J Series:

Vydyne grades R515J, R530J and R535J are a selection of
electrically neutral, heat-stabilized and glass-filled grades that
offer enhanced flow for the molding of thin wall parts and improved
productivity.

“We’re already seeing the benefits of PA66 as a versatile alternative to
metal to improve fuel efficiency by reducing the overall weight of the
car – all without any sacrifice to performance or driver comfort,” said
David Liu, Ascend’s automotive technology manager for Asia. “Our
commitment to the global PA66 chain allows us to partner with our
customers long-term to pioneer new plastic solutions to address
challenges in the automotive industry.”

Ascend also will have technical experts on hand who will give a
presentation about the unique role Vydyne PA66 has played over the years
to help the automotive industry innovate and thrive. The presentation,
titled “Vydyne PA66 Solutions for Automotive Trends in China”, will be
delivered at booth 11.2B41 as follows:

Ascend Performance Materials is a global premium provider of
high-quality plastics, fibers and chemicals. Ascend is one of the
world’s largest integrated PA66 producers, with its own in-house
manufacturing facilities, ensuring total security of supply. Ascend’s
product range has earned it an unequalled reputation for quality,
innovative techniques and an enlightened approach to business that
expands the horizons of possibility. With eight global locations and
more than 2,400 people working at our sites around the world, Ascend has
the inspiration, the expertise, the people and the attitude toward
innovation to consistently deliver the right solution for customers.

SK Capital is a private investment firm with a disciplined focus on the
specialty materials, chemicals and healthcare sectors. The firm’s
purpose is to build strong and growing businesses that create
substantial long-term economic value. SK utilizes its industry,
operating and investment experience to identify opportunities to
transform businesses into higher performing organizations with improved
strategic positioning, growth and profitability as well as lower
operating risk. SK Capital’s portfolio companies generate revenues of
approximately $8 billion annually and employ approximately 9,000 people.
The firm currently manages more than $1.5 billion of committed capital.
For more information, please visit www.skcapitalpartners.com

Disclaimer:

Although the information and recommendations set forth herein
(hereinafter “Information”) are presented in good faith and believed to
be correct as of the date hereof, Ascend Performance Materials
Operations LLC makes no representations or warranties as to the
completeness or accuracy thereof. The full disclaimer of warranty and
liability can be found at ascendmaterials.com/disclaimer.

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